Lamb & Jaffy
(718) 389-3638
1073 Manhattan Ave
Brooklyn,
NY
11222
40.7354
-73.9553
Neighborhood: Greenpoint
What People Are Saying About Lamb & Jaffy
The Editor
Justin Hartung
Citysearch
Toward the end of Greenpoint's Manhattan Avenue, where the restaurants thin out dramatically, the colorful exterior of this inviting New American spot beckons diners. Exposed brick, loads of dark wood and the cheerful staff make the space feel like a country home's kitchen. The seasonally changing menu overflows with international touches like cilantro pesto in a roasted avocado salad, game hen from Peru and black truffles dotting sweet corn risotto. Hewing closer to home: Beef, lamb and bison burger and, for dessert, bananas Foster.
User Reviews
greenpointneighbor
March 28, 2009
I have lived within spitting distance of Lamb and Jaffy for over a year. This place looks like a cave from the outside. Thick worn, wooden doors and always-closed drapes warn off many potential customers. There is no chance of seeing inside from the street, something that drastically hurts this joint. While the food may be good, the owners of Lamb and Jaffy are doing the restaurant a disservice by concealing its interior. The complete lack of street presence may be an approach that works in more well travelled areas, where foot traffic is greater and convenience overcomes convention, but not on Manhattan Ave and Eagle street. There is a tiny "LJ" monogrammed stain glass window and well worn clap board outside. I could almost guarantee this eatery would see a double in walk-ins if they replaced their completely concealed facade with something lighter, windows to the inside, and a more recognizable sign. At very least, a $20 can of white paint and ditching the heavy drapes could dramatically impact the place. When scouting new restaurants, one wants to be able to have an indication of the type of atmosphere they will be walking into: fancy, casual, modern, rustic, etc. Without change, I see this place going the way of a former fav "The Williamsburg Cafe"...if people don't know it is a restaurant, it will never do well.
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jaliqua
August 15, 2008
I give l&j 4 stars because of the food and the ambience. The space is really lovely. The food has always been rich and tasty, especially in the glut of thai/mexican/chinese dinner options on the northern end of greenpoint. I've eaten here (and done takeout) a handful of times over the years and the food's always good. I've done takeout from l&j twice in the past month and it has been fantastic -- especially the lamb burger, if you can handle the greasy indulgence. The reason I didn't give 5 stars is because of the service, which is hit-or-miss -- it definitely feels like a chef from the kitchen was pulled out to wait tables. Yesterday there were 4 four-tops going and the waiter looked around in bewilderment when I placed a takeout order in person. But for me, 4/5th of the restaurant rating is about the food and the ambience, and l&j has it right for me in these areas. They just need to up the service level a bit, and everything will be in place. Give it a try!
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nynewb
May 10, 2008
I went to Lamb & Jaffy earlier this year with some friends. I had the skirt steak, which was fantastic. It was cooked perfectly. The atmosphere of the place was great, the server was very attending and humorous. I've been raving about it ever since this occasion. My husband and I went there one evening, around 5, and despite the posted hours claiming it was open at 5:00, the doors were locked and it was completely empty. We walked around the neighborhood for about 20-30 minutes, went back, and still no luck. I was so disappointed.
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BYOB:
Bring a bottle of wine from nearby wine shop, White Wine Star.
Outdoor Dining:
A leafy, spacious back garden reinforces the "green" in the neighborhood's name.
Brunch:
Served Sundays, the brunch menu continues the international theme with everything from blueberry pancakes to Turkish-style eggs.
Delivery:
There is $10 minimum for delivery.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Date Spot, Group Dining, Food Delivery, Brunch, Outdoor Dining
